ExoArm: Patient Rehabilitation, Mobility and Heavy-lifting using COTS Components

This paper proposes an independent and automated mechanical exoskeleton arm for the rehabilitation of physically disabled individuals. Additionally, it aims to provide a performance enhancing solution for the physically disabled people to aid in their daily chores, particularly in lifting heavy objects for a longer period of time. The proposed system uses Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) components such as: Arduino, Myo-ware Muscle Sensor and Linear Actuator. The aim of this paper is to present the design and fabrication of a light weight, controllable, reliable, wearable and low-cost exoskeleton for the human arm. This device has two modes of operation, the rehabilitation purpose and weightlifting for disabled individuals. The paper is particularly designed in line to the context of Bangladesh, affordability is a priority alongside reliability, to increase availability for the masses.